Popular sleep products from 2022 and predictions for 2023

Weighted blankets

Last year, weighted blankets were really popular as more people looked to improve their sleep health. Weighted blankets usually contain beads inside the blanket to provide the additional weight, and they’re described as a warm hug due to a therapeutic technique called deep pressure stimulation, which uses pressure to induce a feeling of tranquillity. This means that when we use them while awake, we get the benefit of boosting our mental wellbeing, but when we sleep, we get the feeling of being cuddled all night.  

We recently conducted a study about how a weighted blanket such as the Emma Hug Weighted Blanket can reduce feelings of anxiety, stress, and help you awaken your best. It’s not surprising then, that it was considered one of the best products to help you sleep in 2022. What’s more, as people look to lead more eco-friendly lives and as the price of energy increases, weighted blankets are likely to increase in popularity in 2023, in order to save energy and central heating costs.

Sleep masks

Sleep masks can improve sleep quality by promoting deeper sleep. For many people, sleeping with a mask helps reduce visual stimuli, particularly harsh lights, which is a great option for your sleep wellness if you live close to street lamps and find that even with your curtains closed you struggle to sleep. An eye mask can greatly increase your sleep quality and it’s been a popular product for years, but it’s important to choose a mask that’s high quality and breathable, such as the Mavogel Cotton Sleep Mask.

White noise machines

White noise machines are designed to improve sleep wellness and help you fall asleep by playing noise that has a flat spectral density, which works to distract you from disturbances that may otherwise bother you throughout the night.

A recent study published in Pediatrics found that children are more likely to sleep close to their phone screens (54%) and that these children can lose up to 20 minutes of sleep per night and experience a reduction in sleep quality. It so happens that white noise machines became increasingly popular in 2022 to help people sleep and avoid screens before bed, and will most likely rise again in popularity in 2023 based on a recent market report for white noise machines.

White noise vs brown noise

Last year, TikTok saw an increase in discussions around brown noise as opposed to white noise, with over 50 million views on the topic. Brown noise lowers higher frequencies even more so than white noise; it's generally a softer listening experience. This year, it’s likely that there will be an increase in a variety of noise machines after this discussion on social media. Recently, we reviewed different white noise machines and found that the best overall product was the Silentnight Soothing Sleep Sound Machine, which can help you improve your sleep quality. 

Memory foam pillows

This year, many people are turning to better quality pillows because they are one of the most important factors in sleeping wellness. Pillows for sleeping are important because they provide support to your head and neck. However, when it comes to memory foam pillows, like the Emma Original Pillow, these can provide extra tailored sleep support so you can wake up feeling refreshed. This cushion helps support your pressure points and relax them which helps you fall into a deeper sleep.

Sleeping headphones

Similarly to white noise machines, sleeping headphones use noise to help you fall asleep faster by effectively blocking out environmental noise. This can be particularly helpful for light sleepers or those who sleep with a partner who snores, because it reduces the risk of your sleep routine being interrupted during the night. Using regular headphones can be disruptive to your sleep because they can become tangled or disturb you during the night; sleep headphones, on the other hand, are specifically designed to reduce these kinds of interruptions through a headband-style design and bluetooth connectivity. Overall, they can help you promote deep sleep as part of your sleep wellness routine.

Night lamps

When it comes to finding your perfect sleep routine, night lamps are designed to improve your wind down routine, particularly if you need extra comfort. They can reduce feelings of anxiety during the night but are less interruptive to sleep wellness because they are not as harsh with their lighting. During the winter months, it’s really important to feel at ease when it’s darker and night lamps can really help you wind down, especially a night lamp which gives you the option for different colours so you can find the perfect sleeping light and ambience for you.

Popular sleep products in 2023

Sleep products are rising in popularity as more people look for ways to awaken their best. In 2023, it’s likely that the products that have been well-liked this year will increase in popularity, specifically weighted blankets and memory foam pillows, as people look to find more comfort and warmth in bed. As energy bills increase, many of us will be looking for ways to improve our bedroom arrangements so we don’t have to use central heating as part of our rise and shine routine. 

As many of us look to lead healthier lives in the New Year, this is likely to include the use of mindfulness and meditation apps. As always, these usually include an element of sleep mindfulness which can help people wind down a lot easier so they can enjoy a truly restful night throughout 2023. You can also find out how to sleep better with the Emma Sleep App. You can take steps to understand why you’re not sleeping well and follow our step by step program for better sleep.